The University of London has established a prestigious scholarship for the MA in Refugee Protection and Forced Migration Studies by distance-learning.

This award is to celebrate the achievements of the renowned international law expert Professor B.S Chimni.


The B.S Chimni Scholarship will be awarded in October 2022. This scholarship seeks to support an outstanding student who might not otherwise be able to gain access to the MA in Refugee Protection, and is resident in one of the following: India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, Philippines and Indonesia.

We recommend you submit a program application no later than 1 August.

Are you eligible?

To be eligible, you must satisfy all of the following:

  • Have the offer of a place on the MA in Refugee Protection and Forced Migration Studies by distance-learning
  • Be resident in one of the following countries: India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, Philippines and Indonesia
  • Demonstrate outstanding academic merit or potential in the field of study, evidenced particularly by past achievements
  • Hold an undergraduate degree (e.g. bachelor) that is comparable to a UK upper second class honours degree, in law or other relevant subject
  • Be unable to take up the offer of a place on the MA in Refugee Protection and Forced Migration Studies due to financial circumstances.

Applications from those with a refugee/displacement background are particularly encouraged.

Students currently studying for a University of London award are not eligible for this scholarship. Applicants who already hold a Master’s degree will not usually be privileged in the scholarship selection process.

How To Apply

All applicants who receive a letter offering them a place on the MA in Refugee Protection will be invited to apply for the B.S Chimni Scholarship, subject to meeting the eligibility criteria.

The scholarship application is submitted via an online form that is separate to that for admission to the MA Programme. It requires applicants to detail their past achievements as relevant to this field of study, professional positions held, personal information and financial situation. Applicants also provide a short statement of their motivation in applying to the MA Programme and for the scholarship.

All applications will be reviewed against the eligibility criteria using the University’s procedures and will be informed of the outcome of their applications in a timely manner. Regrettably, it will not be possible to provide further individual feedback on applications.

  • Download and complete the scholarship application form [Word].
  • Once completed, you should email the application form to RLI@sas.ac.uk
  • Please read the application form thoroughly and follow all instructions given.